The holidays can look magical on the outside — but for so many moms, they feel heavy, overstimulating, and emotionally loud. In this short but powerful pep talk, we’re pressing pause on the chaos and reminding you of one simple truth: you are not failing — you’re human.

This episode is your permission slip to breathe, step back, and release the pressure to be “on” for everyone else. We talk anxiety, expectations, family dynamics, and the very real mental load that shows up this time of year — especially when routines are off and emotions are high.

No fixing. No forcing gratitude. Just grounding reminders, gentle reassurance, and a calm voice to come back to when the week feels like too much.

Press play before walking into the rest of the holidays.

You’re doing better than you think, Momma!

Relaunching one of the most rated episodes this year!

In this episode, we sit down with sleep consultant and creator of Hey Sleepy Baby, Rachael Shepard-Ohta. We dive into the challenges of motherhood and the constant conversation surrounding sleep training. Rachael shares her journey in the sleep training world, how she's empowered moms with practical tips, and why she’s passionate about helping parents build trusting relationships with their little ones. We also discuss if talking about sleep ever gets old and the importance of connecting on other levels beyond parenting. Tune in for an insightful conversation about the balance between being a parent and an expert.

Here are the Hey Sleepy Baby online resources in order:

• Hey Sleepy Baby: heysleepybaby.com

• Instagram: @heysleepybaby

We are relaunching a Fan Favorite! Remember, before Spill It Girl, we were Bougie Mom Friends ;-)

Celia and Camellia go full holiday mode, sharing their takes on parenting and the Santa Claus myth—do you keep the magic alive or tell your kids the truth? They reminisce about the 90s movies that shaped their childhoods (Home Alone, The Santa Clause) and share how those classics influence their parenting today. With stories about cooking chaos, precious family moments, and the allure of a Disney Christmas cruise, this episode serves up heartfelt nostalgia and fresh ideas to make your holidays magical.

Takeaways Highlighted in Title:

Keep the Santa Claus myth alive or spill the beans? Here’s what we think.

Why 90s holiday movies are parenting gold—and still a must-watch.

A Disney Christmas cruise could be your next unforgettable family tradition.